Rejected petition Respect the 5-Year Settlement Agreement for Existing Skilled Workers

We urge the government to honour existing settlement pathways and not apply the proposed ILR rule retrospectively to migrants who came under 5-year expectations.

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This policy may change affects over 1.5 million skilled migrants. Many came to the understanding that they'd be eligible for ILR in five years. Sudden changes create uncertainty, disrupt careers, and cause emotional and financial harm. We are not against the 10-year ILR route — if it applies to future migrants.

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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Keep the 5-Year ILR pathway for existing Skilled Worker visa holders
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727360

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Date submitted 20 May 2025
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